Classic Rock

RIP

Gerry McGee

August 15, 1962 – August 25, 2020

The Canadian melodic hard rock community is mourning the passing of the Brighton Rock frontman at the age of 58. Glasgow-born McGee sang on each of the group’s three full-length albums and appeared with them at the UK’s Firefest in 2012 and ’13. He had been battling cancer.

John Meyer

Died September 1, 2020

Antipodean brawlers Rose Tattoo broke the and . The Perth-born musician, writer and producer also played with the Australian bands Saracen, Swanee and Chain. He was 64.

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